This visa category is for children who fall between the ages of 4 and 17. If you wish to study in an independent school in the UK under a UK study visa, let us help you.

If you are 18 years old or above, then you should apply for the student visa as mentioned above. But if you are 16 or 17 years old and aspire to study a course of level 3 of the Regulated Qualifications Framework, then you have the option of availing of either the tier 4 child visa or a student one.

Requirements for a Child Student visa

The following are some conditions that you need to meet in order to satisfy the UK Visas and Immigration:

• Your age falls between 4 and 17 years old.
• An education provider has made you an unconditional offer at a licensed independent school 
• You have enough finances to meet all your needs and the course dues without having to go for public funds
• Your parents/guardian has given you complete consent.

Again, these are just the general conditions that can vary with every situation. So you should refer to an immigration lawyer or expert to ensure that there are no obstacles in your path to obtaining a UK study visa.

Confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS)

Once you secure a place in an approved course of study, your education provider will provide you with a CAS reference number.

It is compulsory that the CAS should have been issued by a student sponsor, which is a licensed independent school. Only then can you obtain a tier 4 child visa.